Transition Specialist

Center for Disability Services, Inc.; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Generous PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Early Access to Pay with RAIN

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

Center for Disability Services, Inc. in Albany, NY is seeking a Transition Specialist to help students with disabilities prepare for life after school.

You will develop and oversee the Vocational Education and LIFE Skills programs, aligning with IEP goals and NYS standards, working with teachers, therapists, families, and community partners to support student independence. You will monitor progress, design curriculum, coordinate work-based learning experiences, and coach students as they gain

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred (additional $1.06/hour)
• Active NYS Teaching Assistant or Teacher Certification required
• 3+ years of experience in special education
• Experience in vocational education or life skills training is highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Program Development: Design, implement, and evaluate Vocational Education and Life Skills curriculum
• Student Transition Planning: Create transition plans aligned with IEP goals
• Work-Based Learning: Coordinate internships, job shadowing, and youth employment
• Coaching and Support: Guide students in work/life skill experiences and support teachers
• Data Monitoring: Track progress and report on outcomes

Skills

Special education knowledge

Collaboration & communication

Curriculum design

Data collection & reporting

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Transition Specialist### Transition SpecialistApply: Albany, NY: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: JR103901### **Where people get better at life!**Join us in our mission to make a difference and shape a more inclusive future.**Job Title**: Transition Specialist**Job Overview**: We are seeking a passionate **Transition Specialist** to join the Langan School, where you will play a key role in preparing students with disabilities for life beyond school. In this position, you will develop and oversee the Vocational Education and L.I.F.E. (Learning Independence through Functional Education) Skills program, helping students acquire essential work and life skills that foster independence and success. This role involves working closely with teachers, therapists, families, and community partners to support students in achieving their Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals.**Key Responsibilities**:* **Program Development**: Design, implement, and evaluate the Vocational Education and Life Skills curriculum in alignment with NYS Education standards and student IEPs.* **Student Transition Planning**: Collaborate with students, families, and school staff to create transition plans that support long-term goals, including work placement and life skills development.* **Work-Based Learning**: Identify, coordinate, and supervise internal and external work placements (e.g., internships, job shadowing, youth employment) that provide students with real-world experience.* **Coaching and Support**: Provide ongoing guidance to students during their work/life skill experiences and offer classroom consultation to teachers and therapists regarding transition strategies.* **Data Monitoring**: Track and report on student progress, ensuring that the vocational and life skills program is effectively meeting educational and developmental goals.**Qualifications**:* **Education**: Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred (additional $1.06/hour).* **Certification**: Active New York State Teaching Assistant or Teacher Certification required.* **Experience**: 3+ years of experience working in special education, particularly with students with moderate to severe disabilities. Experience in vocational education or life skills training is highly desirable.* **Skills**: + Knowledge of special education, vocational education, and life skills management. + Strong collaboration and communication skills for working with students, families, and interdisciplinary teams. + Ability to design and implement functional assessments and curriculum. + Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and reporting on student outcomes.**Why Join Us?** At Langan School, you'll have the chance to shape the future of students with disabilities, guiding them toward independence and success. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting impact in students' lives.***At The Center for Disability Services, we don’t just accept difference –we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and the people we support. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any protected class of job applicant or employee in our employment practices.*****Compensation Range:**$24.12 - $27.74 **Benefits:*** Medical Insurance* Dental Insurance* Vision Insurance* 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan* EAP (Employee Assistance Program)* Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)* Tuition Reimbursement* Early Access to Pay with RAIN* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)